Origin
Greenwood, MS
Afternoon in Greenwood on Thursday
Local time
3:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greenwood, MS to Olive Branch, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 37m
Distance
121.9 mi
196 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 27m
★
6 AM
2h 37m
8 AM
2h 58m
10 AM
2h 44m
12 PM
2h 42m
3 PM
2h 46m
5 PM
2h 57m
8 PM
2h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greenwood, MS
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Olive Branch, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Greenwood, MS to Olive Branch, MS covers 121.9 miles and takes about 2h 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 55, Mississippi 7, MS 7 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 51.5 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.41 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
61 miles from Greenwood, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 37m. Total distance: 121.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 37m highway drive covering 121.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and Mississippi 7. The longest continuous stretch is about 51.5 miles on I 55.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 51.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and Mississippi 7. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Johnson Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 37m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Johnson Street): Navigation decision point; at 105.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 105.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Johnson Street
Turn right onto East Johnson Street
Navigation decision point
4
105.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 13m in
Take the exit toward I 69 South: Tunica
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 69 South: Tunica
5
105.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 14m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 269 East: Nashville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 269 East: Nashville
4
106.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 15m in
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I 269; MS 304
Merge onto I 269; MS 304 toward I 269 East: Nashville
Merge point - match speed before joining
Toward I 269 East: Nashville
5
115.1 mi into trip
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~2h 24m in
Take the exit toward MS 305: Independence, Olive Branch, Lewisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MS 305: Independence, Olive Branch, Lewi...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Greenwood, MS to Olive Branch, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Lewisburg along the way.
Lewisburg
115.1 mi in
|
~2h 24m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 51.5 mi | 55m |
| Mississippi 7 | 29 mi | 48m |
| MS 7 | 23.5 mi | 25m |
| I 269 | 8.7 mi | 9m |
| MS 305 | 6.4 mi | 11m |
| Carrollton Avenue | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| East Johnson Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Goodman Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 51.5 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenwood, MS and Olive Branch, MS.
1
Start on Main Street
222 ft
·
8 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto East Johnson Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
East Johnson Street
3
Continue on Carrollton Avenue
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Carrollton Avenue
4
Turn left onto MS 7
29 mi
·
48 min
·
Mississippi 7
5
Take the ramp onto MS 7
24 mi
·
25 min
·
MS 7
6
Continue on I 55
51 mi
·
55 min
·
I 55
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 69 South: Tunica
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 269 East: Nashville
9
Merge onto I 269; MS 304
8.7 mi
·
9 min
·
I 269; MS 304
Toward I 269 East: Nashville
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward MS 305: Independence, Olive Branch, Lewisburg
11
Turn left onto MS 305
6.4 mi
·
11 min
·
MS 305
12
Turn right onto Goodman Road
260 ft
·
5 sec
·
Goodman Road
13
Arrive at destination
Goodman Road
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 61 miles from Greenwood, MS, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 27 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61 miles or 1h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Olive Branch, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Greenwood, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Greenwood, MS
This is one driving day of about 121.9 miles and 2h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Greenwood, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 51.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 61 mi from Greenwood, MS · 1h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61 miles from Greenwood, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Olive Branch, MS
The final approach into Olive Branch, MS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Olive Branch, MS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.41 one way
$36.82 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $20.21 | $40.42 |
| premium | $4.56 | $21.88 | $43.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.91 | $53.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.80 | $5.85 |
| Efficient EV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.67 | $4.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.8 | 0 | $17.07 | $7.80 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Olive Branch, MS
Afternoon in Olive Branch on Thursday
Local time
3:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Batesville, MS
61 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
18 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 37m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Greenwood, MS to Olive Branch, MS covers 121.9 miles and takes about 2h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, Mississippi 7, MS 7. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61 miles from Greenwood, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.41 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 37m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Johnson Street): Navigation decision point; at 105.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 105.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Greenwood, MS to Olive Branch, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Lewisburg along the way.
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